Planning on participating at the Horsforth Walk of Art? Find out all you need to know here.
What artists are you looking for?
Absolutely anything! Painting, photography, printmaking, digital art, drawing & sculpture, writing as well as work in film, installations, poetry, music and performance. You name it, we will welcome it. Do you have an idea, then we want to hear it.
When is the walk of art?
The Horsforth walk of art festival takes place on the 1st weekend in July from 11am to 4pm both days.
Do I have to participate on both days?
Preferably as most venues are also offering both days.
I am an amateur artist, can I participate?
Of course, we except submissions from amateur artists, hobby groups and recent graduates or newly emerging artists as well as from established artists.
I am a professional artist; will I be charged to participate?
The walk of art is free to participate for all. We do, however, expect you to offer a hands-on activity, meet, greet and engage with trail participants. This is after all an opportunity to inspire.
Will it cost me to participate?
No not at all.
Can I sell my art?
You are free to sell work without commission, we only ask that selling is secondary to engaging, demonstrating and inspiring.
I have very specific requirements for my venue, can these be accommodated?
When you apply, you will be asked certain questions to enable us to understand your requirements. We will try our hardest to fulfil all these requirements but will of course discuss with you.
If I will be outside, should I think about a cover?
Yes, please also discuss with your venue but a pop-up gazebo may be required
Should I be offering an activity for participants to do?
Yes please if possible. This festival is all about inspiring and bringing art to all. At the very least we would expect you to be demonstrating and engaging.
I have no idea what activity to provide?
We always have lots of ideas so get in touch and we can help you.
I already have a venue lined up, is that ok?
Yes, that is even better. All you have to do is register yourself as an artist and there will be a question to answer about if you have your own venue. Then your venue should also register separately. (Your venue may be your own home, if so, then please register this)
Will the venue provide food and drink for me?
Please do not assume this will be the case, come well prepared with your own food and water but always discuss with your venue, they are a friendly bunch.
Who manages the risk?
We have asked each venue to consider any potential risks to the public and remove them or highlight them where possible. E.g. Is there a particularly steep step? Why not make a sign?
The simple rule to follow is to remove any slip, trip or hit hazards.
As for your artwork, then the risk sits with you. Again, we ask you to consider any situations you may come across. e.g. Are you a watercolour artist – inside may be best, Is your display safe and secure?
How else can I get involved?
We ask all artists whether they are able to spare any time to visit one of our schools in the run up to the festival in order to produce art for our High Street Galleries. We are passionate about engaging and inspiring children in the arts and showing them a broad spectrum of artistic avenues.
We will of course publicise your involvement with the schools heavily for this.
We can also offer financial support for any materials you made need that the school would otherwise not have.
Please get in touch if this is something that would interest you.
What happens about Marketing and promoting
We use all social media platforms to promote the event, this includes a ‘spotlight on…’ campaign where we focus on the artists.
We have a very well used website which provides information about each artist and where to find them on the day.
We also engage with local and national press.
We advise that in order to make your event a success you, as a minimum, share all social media postings and talk regularly about the event.
Is there a theme for the festival? Does my artwork need to reflect the theme?
Yes, there is always a theme for the festival. This year’s theme is ‘Back to my Routes’.
Your work does not have to reflect the theme. We always use a theme for those who wish to engage with it and for the wooden themed shapes that the children create to hang outside their schools.
Other artists and venues have in the past embraced the theme either through their art or their activity
Can I talk to someone about participating?
Absolutely – you can contact us by:
Email – Horsforthwoa@outlook.com
Phone – 07984 025 335 (Kezia)
Social Media
How can I apply?
The application period will be up and running between the date of 1st Jan until 31st March. The application link will be made available via our website from the 1st Jan and across all social media platforms.
I need to change some information I have already provided through the application process?
Please contact us through our email account – Horsforthwoa@outlook.com
If you do not have access to a computer, then please ring Kezia on 07984 025 335
My question is not here?
Please contact us and we will not only answer you but add your question to this Q&A.